2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · AP52 MER
2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23/04/2018. Recorded mileage 48,720 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Norwich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,720 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AP52 MER Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2025
- 48,720 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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AP52 MER Mileage History
- 31/03/202226,082 mi
- 11/04/202335,132 mi+9,050 mi
- 08/04/202441,700 mi+6,568 mi
- 24/04/202441,707 mi+7 mi
- 31/03/202548,720 mi+7,013 mi
Average of roughly 7,544 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AP52 MER MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport (AP52 MER) between March 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Ingenium Timing Chain Stretch (The "Slap")(Serious)
The 2.0 diesel engine suffers from premature timing chain wear, often called "timing chain slap" as the chain stretches and hits the guides. This is primarily caused by oil dilution from interrupted DPF regenerations thinning the lubricant.
- Oil Dilution & Early Service Warning(Serious)
Interrupted DPF regenerations cause diesel to leak into the oil sump. When calculated dilution reaches 6% to 7%, the "Service Required" warning is triggered, often as early as 6,000–8,000 miles regardless of the official 21k-mile interval.
- Panoramic Roof and Boot Water Ingress(Moderate)
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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